Visits II

Father and daughter visitingHelp with Aging Parents: Four More Ways to Make the Most of Visits – Part II

By Melanie Desjardins, Manager of Care Coordination at The Cedars

Have you ever thought, “What can I do with my loved one on this visit”? Well, here are some more ideas for your visit:

  1. 1. Go shopping from catalogs and/or the Internet and buy something new.  Remember there is a computer located in the Life Enrichment room for residents to use.
  2. Play cards.
  3. Make a special scrapbook celebrating your loved one’s lifetime or show already-made family scrapbooks, etc.
  4. Read newspapers and magazines aloud to keep them in touch with the world.  Reading the local newspaper is a great idea.

 Remember, a visit doesn’t have to be long to be enjoyed!